Cheesy Shell Lasagna
Indulge in the comforting layers of flavor with this Cheesy Shell Lasagna—an irresistible twist on classic lasagna that's perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. This recipe features jumbo pasta shells generously stuffed with a creamy ricotta mixture, then topped with a savory meat sauce made from browned ground beef and fragrant Italian seasoning. Baked to bubbly perfection under a blanket of melted mozzarella and Parmesan, each bite delivers a rich, cheesy, and hearty experience. With just 20 minutes of prep, this baked pasta dish serves as an easy yet elegant dinner solution. Serve it fresh out of the oven for a crowd-pleasing meal that's guaranteed to satisfy your craving for Italian comfort food. Ideal keywords: cheesy shell lasagna, stuffed pasta recipe, baked Italian dinner, family-friendly lasagna.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Jumbo pasta shells
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 24 ounces Jarred marinara sauce
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the jumbo pasta shells and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in the marinara sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper into the skillet with the cooked ground beef. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and the egg. Mix until smooth.
Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the ricotta cheese mixture and place them in the baking dish, open-side up.
Pour the remaining meat sauce over the stuffed shells, ensuring they are fully covered.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the Cheesy Shell Lasagna rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3134 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 216.9 g | 278% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.0 g | 500% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 907 mg | 302% | |
| Sodium | 7861 mg | 342% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.9 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.4 g | ||
| Protein | 210.9 g | 422% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 3674 mg | 283% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 3363 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
